Politics
Bangladesh tightens grip on Facebook, Twitter and other platforms
Next salvo would compel social media players to hand over user details
Colombo's ad hoc efforts to save forex likely to hamper economy and cost jobs
Improvements incomplete and focused on export businesses, say critics
Six-story facility built without permission and lacked emergency exits, police say
Many workers jump from the upper floors; at least 26 injured
Projects involving China, Japan and others axed due to environmental concerns
China withdraws infrastructure funding after Dhaka trims proposed costs
Former recipient of major foreign aid, Dhaka now has money to lend
The economy has boomed and exports have soared but vulnerabilities remain
New Delhi improves regional connectivity as it normalizes neighbor relations
COVID also helps as it prevents cheaters from sheltering cash overseas
New Delhi's aid shipments come amid China's own COVID outreach to the region
World Food Program faces budget pinch as governments face 'harsh reality'
Four ways Dhaka can accelerate the transition to middle-income status
To revive its economic fortunes, Delhi can learn a lot from its eastern neighbor
Washington signs air pact with Dhaka to further Indo-Pacific agenda
Russia also seeks a foothold as powers jockey for geopolitical influence
Japan adds India and Bangladesh as eligible sites for relocation subsidies
Industry ministry launches second round of program to diversify supply chains
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